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Newspaper
Warwick Daily News
Location
Warwick, Queensland, Australia
Date
Jun 11, 1938
Page
4
The Duke and Duchess of Windsor plan a lengthy tour of the United States beginning in March. Source notes uncertainties about royal permissions and a schedule to visit several major cities and institutions.
A massive Brisbane crowd of about 30 000 witnessed a Chinese pageant in Brisbane marking a display of cultural pride. The event featured a union of American and Chinese participants, with a parade and fireworks finale drawing praise for its spectacle and peaceful procession.
Qantas Empire air mail crew and nine passengers arrive in Sydney from Brisbane aboard a large aircraft. The shipponed machine baggage is moved from Rose Bay moorings where guards will watch the boats and foreshore. Upon completion of accommodation the crew and families will be under guards and watch by officials of the company.
The Main Roads Commission prioritises a Condamine Highway route west from Toowoomba linking Dalby and Roma. Minister Bruce says the road chosen over a railway corridor will connect major western towns via existing lines, with work advancing to provide an all weather link to Roma and future lateral connections.
London reports Britain will purchase 400 aircraft from U.S. firms for military use. Deliveries planned from Lockheed and North American Aviation, with costs around 1.3 million pounds, aircraft to include advanced trainers and reconnaissance types. Aircraft expected to arrive within a year.
Sydney dispatch says van Luckner plans to visit Brisbane arriving around June 20 of 91. Details of the voyage and the exact itinerary remain uncertain as arrangements for the trip are being finalized.
Tokyo dispatch notes a tentative trade pact between Australia and Japan with ambitions to boost gross base figures. The article mentions a forthcoming conference in Kobe to discuss reopening and set a future date for talks, aiming to ease shipping and economic exchange.
Canberra reports on government plans to establish a tribunal to review capitation fees every five years. Amendments circulate for a committee to join the court, with debates on the National Insurance and exemptions for employers. Mortgage Bank Bill stalled as winter adjourns near.
Minister for Health and Home Affairs EM Blanton laid foundation stones for Goondiwindi Hospital’s new maternity and administrative block amid expansion plans. Existing hospital upgrades cost £1,000, with 401 beds treated and government subsidies at 80 percent. The initiative follows 1952 modernization and aims to improve facilities with potential future extensions.
Racing notes describe Sydney and Melbourne betting trends with Doomben featured events. Cushous-Slk Fell and Dud wor headline second leg of the double while Newmarket contenders Striders and Thurles Lad vie in Cup action. Keeping Watch and Spear Chief lead cups with Weeping Watch and Bin i Gang seen as unlikely voyages amid Melbourne signals.
After hours of review the committee could not reach a decision on appointing a committee for metropolitan awards. A special meeting will be scheduled on a date to be fixed to finalize the selections. Applicants include Taudlig and racing men, with nominees from several States.
The Queensland veterinary science department opened a new school at Yeerongpilly, Brisbane. Minister for Agriculture announced the facility would boost training for future surgeons, expand research, and strengthen the meat and livestock industries. Dean Prof H H Bedden noted initial enrollment and hands on learning at abattoirs and agricultural stations, with graduates expected to reach medical-practice levels. Chairman Mr F Bunnner emphasized the school as vital to industry development and national disease prevention efforts.
The Downs Dairy Association reports May production at 602 tons of butter, up 34 tons from April. Butter accounted for 87 percent of output, with factories at Toowoomba Miles Clifton Daly Crow's Nest Goombungee Jandowae and others contributing. Milk intake across five creameries totaled 67,077 gallons, with cream and milk suppliers yielding significant payments, while the Crow’s Nest Show Society lauds the lab staff and urges a new pavilion footprint at the Miles factory site.
In New York Mrs Oniebl, wife of former Nazi leader Dr Oriel in America, is jailed on eight counts of Molated explosive act related charges. She allegedly stole her late husband’s medical equipment and prepared to flee to Germany. The judge noted the need to contact authorities as she requested travel and financial arrangements.
In Melbourne a major bulk-ware association had ordered a stoppage. The ultimatum ended early this week, with all jobs to be restarted on Monday. About 2000 workers will resume employment as operations restart.
Priday revised estimates show Australia likely to harvest about 188 900 000 bushels of wheat in 1937 38, up 35 000 000 from 1936 37. The report cites Wilson and colleagues noting higher average yields by acre across states including New South Wales Victoria Queensland and South Australia with regional breakdowns and caution on acreage alignment to previous harvests.
Fragmented OCR notes describe arbitration pathways and potential appeals to awards. Mentions wage scales, shift allowances, and possible holiday fines. References to Australian labor stations and court actions with scattered figures and dates.
Fragmented text notes floods affecting Dirranbandi area with bridges and drains suspended. Mentions resumed works and local authorities planning for relief. Details unclear due to damaged OCR but indicates ongoing flood impact and repair efforts.
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